How to Prepare to Adopt a Mynah

By Adopt-a-Pet.com

p>What Will I Need to Provide for an Adopted Mynah?
Bird Rescue Organizations want one thing most of all, that is to find all their adoptable birds a forever home. Before thinking about Mynah adoption make sure you are committed to providing a Mynah a healthy home for many years to come. This is especially important with species of birds that sometimes have lifespans over many decades.

What Does a Mynah Need in Order to Be Healthy?
Mynahs are social creatures just like us and will desire to spend time in the same room with you (and family) during the day and evening. Itís important to provide a Mynah with lot of natural light, as well as give them plenty of opportunities for exercise, which they can get by jumping and hanging, or flying indoors (or a sheltered aviary). Birds eat a variety of foods including seeds, pellets, grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Mynah will eat periodically throughout the day and will create a mess around their eating areas. Most birds will also want to vocalize their presence so be prepared for chirping, squawking, and in some cases talking. Itís all to get engaged socially. Very important! Mynahs are sensitive to air pollution, and will need fresh air. If you smoke please do not adopt a Mynah as the negative effects of second hand smoke are amplified for birds because with every breath they renew 100% of the air from their lungs. Finally, immediately after adopting a Mynah find a local veterinarian who can give the Mynah checkups, and diagnose any major issues.

Why Mynah Adoption Is the Best Option.
Many Mynahs suffer times of hardship and loneliness at the hand of Mynah breeders who are not sensitive to proper care. Breeders offering Mynahs for sale sometimes wean young too soon to increase profits, this will harm the a Mynah as they need to learn how to find food and feed on their own. Mynah Rescue organization work hard to prepare Mynahs for their next home, and will work with you to find a bird whose temperament will suit your lifestyle. Mynahs from shelters usually end up there because the previous owner is suffering a financial hardship, moved, had a death in the family or gave up on caring for the Mynah, NOT because the Mynah is unhealthy.

How Can I Spend Time With Mynahs Without Adopting?
The best method is to volunteer at a local bird rescue organization, or get in touch with local bird clubs, and enthusiasts. Birds are not domesticated animals like dogs and cats. They have not spent countless generations in homes alongside humans. Because of this and potential long lifespans before you adopt a Mynah seriously consider if your lifestyle will mesh with the needs of a Mynah, then spend time getting to know the habits of a Mynah.

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